6 Tips That Will Change the Way You Sleep

Rest is more important than ever during the holidays. Improve your sleep habits with these tips.

Recent studies have shown that getting eight or more hours of sleep each night is one of the best habits you can practice to maintain good health. But between your daily responsibilities and the flurry of activity that descends during the holidays, it’s nearly impossible to get enough sleep, fall asleep quickly or wake up feeling energized and looking rested. We’ve got you covered with six tips for getting a good night’s sleep.

1. Wind DownMake time for yourself in the evening. Take a few minutes to jot down any outstanding items on your to-do list – this will clear your mind and prevent upcoming tasks from keeping you up all night. Then take a relaxing bath or a hot shower – we recommend using an Olay DUO dual-sided body cleanser, which smooths, cleanses and exfoliates your skin and leaves behind a soothing orchid and black currant scent. Putting both your mind and body at ease helps prepare you for sleep.

2. Switch OffTurn off all electronic devices 60 to 90 minutes before bed. The blue light emitted from electronic devices imitates daylight and can disrupt your sleep cycles. Don’t keep a television or a tablet in your bedroom as this will tempt you into using them. Instead, swap them for a few favorite books – just six minutes of reading can reduce stress and encourage sleep. To make your bedroom even more relaxing, add a Febreze PLUG in a tranquil scent like Mediterranean Lavender.

3. Cut the CaffeineResearch shows that drinking a cup of coffee up to six hours before bedtime can reduce sleep by more than an hour. Enjoy your morning coffee, but refrain from drinking it in the late afternoon and evenings to ensure that you can fall asleep at night. The same advice goes for any caffeinated sodas or energy drinks. Instead, drink an herbal tea, like chamomile. Not only does it have a pleasant taste, but its soothing and relaxing properties can help you sleep better.

5. Limit LiquidsWaking up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom can disrupt your sleep patterns, making it impossible to fall back asleep. Drink liquids up to 90 minutes before climbing into bed.

6. Moisturize While You SnoozeApply Olay Active Botanicals Intensive Night Cream to your face, jawline and neck before bedtime to reenergize your skin overnight. It replaces moisture lost during the day and leaves your skin soft and glowing.